Acts 5:41 is a bizarre verse. It says that the apostle rejoiced because they had been dishonored. In this sermon, we explore how that’s possible and what it means for modern-day witnesses of Jesus.
Acts, Season 1: God’s Eclipsing Honor - Justin Chapman
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